1. Ali FOFANA
2600, Rue de la Rive Boise-Nord, Québec (Québec) G2C 2E8
Téléphone: +225 77803633 ext. 195-4325 • Email: ali.fofana@undp.org or ali.fofana2012@hotmail.com
Professional Skills and Expertise
 Seven years of experience in international development and familiarity with the United Nations System.
 Expertise in strengthening social and civic conditions for peace in crisis and post-conflict environments.
 Good knowledge of and exposure to the field of humanitarian assistance, protection and human rights
issues and conflict management
 Good understanding of institutional mandates, policies and guiding principles related to civil affairs and
humanitarian affairs pertaining to institutions of the UN system
 Experience in capacity building for local authorities and civil society organizations with a view to restore
and extend state authority in post-conflict areas
 Experience in project management as focal point for National programmes for stabilization (STAREC)
 Exceptional communication, team-building and interpersonal skills.
 Highly innovative with ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas as well as to impart knowledge.
 Fluent in French, English and German.
Professional Experience
February 2015 – Present United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Abidjan, République de Côte d’Ivoire
Program Coordinator for Ivory Coast Regional Program EU / ECOWAS
Under the overall supervision of the Team Lead- Project/Partnerships Coordinator and direct
supervision of the Deputy Country Director/Programme, I am responsible for:
Coordination implementation of Work Plans for the ECOWAS/EU Small Arms and Light Weapons
Pilot Project in-Country:
 Coordinate and manage day-to-day administration and programme of the project, providing direction and
validating project; deliverables of the NATCOMs for the approval by the National Technical Committee;
 Support national coordinators to formulate Annual work plans to ensure efficient implementation of
project deliverables;
 Manage and ensure the effective running of the programme through the provision of appropriate
guidelines and development of programme personnel in accordance with UNDP’s policies and
procedures;
 Provides support to the project team lead in the coordination of Steering committee meetings composed
of high level representation from the European Union, ECOWAS and UNDP;
 Ensures preparation of projects progress reports as well as accurate financial reporting on the project to
steering committee;
 Ensures the provision of quality assurance for the project in-country and takes responsibility for
monitoring project deliverables based on the quarterly reports.
Providing effective support to management of the project focusing on the achievement of
the following results:
 Creation of required project entries in Atlas, preparation of required budget revisions, revision of project
award and project status, determination of unutilized funds, operational and financial close of a project;
 Provision of guidance to the implementing partners on routine implementation of projects;
 Presentation of information for audit supports implementation of audit recommendations.

2. Coordination programme reporting in line with donor agreements and ensure accurate
communication of development results
 Provides support on ensuring high quality project reports, quarterly and annually for partner in line with
EU reporting guidelines;
 Support team lead and serve as liaison between UNDP focal partners in the respective countries to also
ensure that national; partners such as the NATCOMs and the CSO’s are constantly involved in the
implementation and dissemination of information.
Support Project team Lead to identify strategies for mobilizing resources and partnerships.
 Conduct external and internal analysis for assessing additional opportunities in resource mobilization for
respective NATCOMS;
 Actively participate in the implementation of the Partnership and Resource Mobilization (PRM) Strategy
for the project;
 Support team lead in the negotiation, drafting and revision of agreements with donors.
Facilitating Communications, knowledge building and knowledge sharing as required by the
development partners, focusing on the following results:
 Ensure communication of development results of the project are shared with the ECOWAS –EU partners
as well as within UNDP;
 Actively participate to identify and formulate lessons learned and recommendations to be integrated into
broader ECOWAS knowledge management efforts;
 Ensure lessons from project are shared as contributions to knowledge networks and communities of
practice.
July 2014 – January 2015 United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Abidjan, République de Côte d’Ivoire
Program Coordinator/Reintegration Specialist – DDR Project
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director/Programme and in close collaboration with the
Head of the Division of DDR/ADDR, I am responsible for:
Project Management
 Daily management of the DDR Project including team coordination;
 Technical advice on good practices to the UNDP’s DDR Programme;
 Technical support to the ADDR (the national DDR Authority);
 Prepare periodic activities and financial reports (quarterly and final);
 Support the preparation of meetings of the Steering Committee;
 Contribute to the establishment of links between the programme and other interventions in reducing
community violence
 Contribute to the establishment and consolidation of partnerships to implement and support resources
mobilization for socio-economic reintegration programme of ex-combatants.
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Technical Support to the ADDR
 Collaboration with the ADDR in the identification and organization of ex-combatants to finance and
monitor their reintegration activities;
 Support the ADDR in finding innovative strategies in the field of socio-economic reintegration of people
affected by conflict including ex-combatants;
 Support the ADDR in monitoring and evaluation of reintegration projects;
 Support the ADDR to identify socio-economic reintegration niches of ex-combatants.
Development of strategic partnerships with other actors
 Serve as a focal point between the Programme and the ADDR to facilitate the implementation of the
project in accordance with established institutional framework;

3.  Support the identification and development of strategic partnerships with donors, the private sector,
specialized agencies and NGOs to promote integrated implementation of the program/projects;
 Working in synergy with the actors in the areas of DDR/RRR section including UNOCI by ensuring the
complementarity of actions and interventions;
April to June 2014 United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo
MONUSCO HQ – Goma (North Kivu Province)
Child Protection Officer – Child Protection Section, Regional Office Goma
 Assist on identification of protection issues related to children and armed conflict falling under
MONUSCO’s overall Protection of Civilians (PoC) and within the mandate of children and Armed
Conflict agenda under Security Council Resolutions 1539, 1612, 1882,1998;
 To contribute to the developments and implementation of Child Protection Section Work Plan under
the guidance of Child Protection Advisor and in close collaboration with other partners;
 Monitor and report on the six grave child rights violations by parties to the conflict(Killing &maiming,
recruitment, attacks on school and hospitals, abductions, sexual violence and denial humanitarian
access);
 Take part in joint investigations, interview children and witness and ensure data is accurately
documented and submitted to the central database on a daily basis;
 Contribute towards the mainstreaming of Child Protection issues in the work of all the Components/
Sections within MONUSCO, including the Force, JHRO, Civil Affairs, Gender, Sexual Violence and
UNPOL;
 Contribute towards the implementation of the Government of DRC/UN Action Plan to prevent and stop
child recruitment and other grave child rights violations by armed forces and groups; this includes:
separation of children from armed forces and groups and documentation of their cases; negotiating
release of children from detention and documenting their cases; developing Outreach materials and
activities to prevent violations; contributing to the fight against impunity of perpetrators responsible for
grave violations and advocacy with the government partners;
 Contribute in strengthening networks and contacts with child protection partners, civil society
organizations, international non-governmental organizations, UN Agencies and national authorities.
 Assist in building local and national capacity towards the protection of children affected by armed
conflict through training , mentoring and awareness raising activities;
 When working with (including supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counterparts, including
Implementing Partners (IPs), the incumbent is strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for
capacity development through coaching, mentoring and formal and on-the-job training.
Oct. 2012 to March 2014 United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo
MONUSCO HQ – Bukavu (South Kivu Province)
Civil Affairs Officer – Civil Affairs Section
Mission:
 Contribute to the formulation of the Mission's strategic plan; identify emerging issues, analyze their
implications;
 Identify potential operational problems and provide advice and guidance; provide support to the
establishment of an appropriate regulatory framework review; analyze policy and regulation issues;
and prepare relevant reports and discussion papers;
 Compile and analyze the data necessary for the preparation of analyses and other assessments on
the impact of the political, economic and social environment on mandate implementation;
 Lead or participate extensively in the identification of new or emerging civil society issues and
design the development of programmes to address them (national/local level);
 Compile projects received from NGOs, Government institutions and other partners, draft letters of
acknowledgement and submit pre-selected projects to the Project Review Committee through the
Quick Impact Projects Unit and follow up with the final approval of selected projects.
Assessment:
 Undertake assessment of a specific sector with a view to identifying needs and priorities; prepare
project documentation/specifications;

4.  Assess, implement and monitor civil affairs activities carried out in support to and coordination with
local authorities, civic institutions and non-governmental organizations;
 Develop data collection tools, pilot projects, analyze and share information;
Training and capacity development:
 Formulate, conduct, and/or identify external training opportunities for national counterparts;
 Organize workshops and training seminars to partners (civil society, local authorities and NGOs) to
strengthen their capacity for effective participation in development and governance;
 Oversee the preparation of training materials, guidelines and other publications to enhance the
capability of society, local authorities and NGOs to participate more effectively in the development
and local governance process;
Coordination with UN Agencies, INGOs and donors:
 Liaise, assist, coordinate, share information with local government and humanitarian/development
actors active in the region to plan and evaluate humanitarian/development and emergency
assistance programmes, and help ensure sharing of latest findings, lessons learned, policy
guidelines, and progressive handing over of responsibility to local authorities;
 Coordinate logistical support to all UN, NGOs, International Organizations and bilateral institutions
and other identified humanitarian partners for transport by MONUSCO flights of their personnel,
cargo and any other goods for humanitarian use;
 Assist the Early Recovery/Protection Clusters at national/field levels in information management,
development of reintegration and community recovery stabilization strategies in high risk areas;
 Establish and maintain contacts with United Nations specialized agencies, NGOs, donors and
other partners in the area of assignment and advocate for programs/projects funding in order to
restore livelihoods, increase quality of basic services with a particular focus to youth, ex-
combatants and women;
Coordination with Government/Civil Society/NGOs:
 Engage and negotiate with local interlocutors and develop and maintain close contact with senior
and local government officials, community-based organizations, and other central agencies;
 Coordinate (across disciplines and components) with other civil and military team members,
relevant regional headquarters and government officials to achieve consistency and synergy in
mandate implementation;
 Participate in Civil Society/Government/NGO meetings, provide guidance and develop necessary
guidelines, policies, procedures and technical capacity to ensure effective management of public
and private sector activities; provide technical assistance and policy advice to local government for
strengthening coordination, planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation;
 Work closely with Planning Division to share information on development issues;
Stabilization and Security Sector Reform:
 Coordinates and advises on planning, programme and project development and implementation
with all related components (e.g. police, military, political, civil affairs; communications/public
affairs; legal; policy/planning; mission analysis, etc.), and UN entities on SSR-related issues.
 Provides advice and guidance to senior mission management on sector-wide strategies and
policies, mission plans and directives, best practice and technical standards in relevant area(s)
within the UN’s overall framework and strategic direction for security sector reform, and on the
design, implementation and review of security sector-wide plans and programmes.
 Provides technical inputs to all aspects of SSR programmes/projects and related activities, as well
as technical advice and assistance to key parties (e.g. Rule of Law pillar, established
Commissions, government officials, UN entities, donors, etc.); consults with relevant stakeholders

5. through inclusive and participatory processes, ensuring appropriate integration and linkages with
critical areas/components of the SSR process.
 Facilitates and assists the respective post conflict government with arms and ammunitions
management.
 Develops concepts and oversight mechanisms of the host nation private security industry.
 Identifies and reviews current reform mandates and tasks undertaken by the UN; and establishes
priorities for and initiates and coordinates policy development and guidance in support of
restructuring initiatives (e.g. institutions, reform of armed forces, etc.), including research, review
and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of impact evaluations or other research activities
and studies; acts as the policy focal point for the interagency SSR Task Force and or other entities
and responds to requests.
 Directs and manages SSR teams in field operations, including programme/project development,
implementation, monitoring and assessment; directs review of relevant documents; identifies
priorities, problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with
relevant parties; and identifies and tracks follow-up actions;
 Coordinates activities related to budget funding (programme/project preparation and submissions,
progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging,
work programme, programme budget, etc.).
 Leads and/or participates in large, complex programmes/projects, field missions, etc., including
provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting
mission summaries; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be
assessed and initiates corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; ensures follow-up actions.
 Generates survey initiatives; reviews, analyses and interprets responses, identifies
problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
 Serves as an effective spokesperson; establishes and maintains contacts and partnerships with
key officials and other actors (national and international) inside and outside the organization in
assigned areas of responsibility with a view to pursuing SSR objectives and ensuring participation
in and effective integration of ideas in the planning and implementation of SSR activities.
 Initiates and coordinates outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes
presentations on assigned topics/activities
Reporting:
 Prepare reports based on assessments of the impact of the political, economic and social
environment on mandate implementation;
 Write, supervise and finalize reports on governance and popular participation in development
(national/local level);
 Prepare or contribute to the preparation of various written reports and communications, e.g.
Security Council reports, draft sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, briefings,
case studies, presentations;
 Formulate projects;
June 2010 to Sept. 2012 United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo
MONUSCO HQ – Dungu (Orientale Province)
Civil Affairs Team Leader, Civil Affairs Section
 In charge of Conflict Management & Community Reconciliation and Confidence Building. As such I
am responsible for developing community outreach activities for conflict resolution and for the
promotion of a sustainable peace in Orientale Province, specifically aimed at encouraging direct
contact and facilitating dialogue and peaceful coexistence between communities affected by
conflict; I worked closely with Civil Society groups and/or institutions that promote a culture of
peace and reconciliation by organizing joint initiatives as well as community events, conflict
transformation initiatives etc..
 Facilitate and support dialogue between groups in conflict at local level by convening structured
meetings and similar activities, promote and protect the interest of excluded and/or threatened

6. groups through advocacy and in full respect of humanitarian and international law, provide where
appropriate an interface between these groups and Mission’s uniformed components
 Engage and negotiate with local interlocutors , develop and maintain contact with senior and local
government officials , community-based organizations and others central agencies;
 Conduct situation analysis to identify areas of interventions to build confidence in the Mission’s
mandate ;
 In support of the local authorities, to restore and extend State Authority, provide preliminary
assessment of capacity building needs of local institutions and/or decisions making structures and
assist local institutions in capacity development needs and undertake joint capacity development
programs;
 In closed coordination and cooperation with specialized United Nations Agencies , design and
manage training projects on subjects such public financial management, public administration,
provision of social services;
 Initiate and/or support Civic Education programs at local level on range of issues, including
elections, policy issues, and good governance principles, in coordination with local Authorities
and/or Civil Society Actors;
 Support dialogue and cooperation between local Authorities and relevant interest groups with the
aim creating political space and accountability and provide support to the development of structures
of accountability and transparency;
 Participate in the development of training plans and programs for local governance systems that
are in line with local needs, and ensure adequate implementation;
 In capacity of Program manager, provide substantive support to the preparation of Mission’s plan
for Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), design and management of QIPs , including budgeting and
financial management;
 Ensure that the implementing partner’s capacity is analyzed and assesses prior to starting
cooperation, assist Civil Society actors in identifying technical assistance and capacity
development resources and facilitate relationship with international donors and organizations;
 Coordinate with UNCT, national and international non-governmental organizations on project
/programs implementation plans with a view to creating synergy of impact.
 Serve as a focal point representing the Civil Affairs Section in the Provincial Inter-Agency
Coordination (CPIA) meetings led by UNOCHA, the Provincial Protection Cluster led by UNHCR
and the Protection Task Force (PTF) bringing together the UN Force, UNOCHA, UNHCR and
MONUSCO Civil Affairs Section working on Civilo- Military Coordination (CIMIC) issues
 Participate in Joint Assessment Missions (JAM) and multidisciplinary missions bringing together
MONUSCO and UN Agencies
 Ensuring day-today management of the Civil Affairs Section in Dungu including supervision and
performance management of 14 national staff.
July 2009 to May 2010 United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC),
Lubumbashi, (Katanga Province), DR Congo
Civic Education Officer – Electoral Section
 Provide support to and facilitate the capacity building of the Electoral Commission members in
Katanga Province.
 Establish and maintain close working relationship with officials of State institutions, local authorities,
political leaders, civil society organizations including women and youth groups, and traditional &
religious leaders at provincial and local levels to develop partnerships and entry-point for
discussion of the registration and electoral process,
 Work in partnership with the Provincial Executive Secretariat of the Independent Electoral
Commission (IEC) to implement the IEC’s voter education activities &voter registration campaign.
 Conduct sensitization campaigns to motivate eligible voters with regards to the registration and
electoral processes and provide specific information about select aspects of registration and
electoral processes in accordance to the Mission’s mandate.
 Develop cooperation networks with all the NGO’s and provide assistance to the national NGO in
the conception, submission for funding and management of the sensitization projects
 Provide technical and logistical assistance to IEC by reviewing strategies and materials and help in
deployment of materials in accordance to the Mission’s mandate

7. September 2008 to July 2009 Laval University, Québec, Canada
Residential Services
Administrative Assistant
 Responsible for all personnel related to the regular maintenance of students residential pavilions;
 Schedule and facilitate meetings with current tenants pertaining to issues concerning the property
and coordinate briefings to prospective tenants;
 Contribute articles to the monthly students’ residential newsletter,
 In charge of bills’ payment, rent collection and updating financial records.
 Organize monthly briefings to the residential management on issues pertaining to tenants and the
property.
May 2005 to December 2007 Société de Distribution d’Eau de Côte d’Ivoire (SODECI),
Cocody Sector, Abidjan
Water Distribution Operator
 Participate in the operations and maintenance of the water distribution and sewer collection
system; Drive, operate, and maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles and follows proper and safe
procedures and practices in all facets of the distribution and sewer collection facilities infrastructure;
 Assist in ensuring timely completion of preventative maintenance programs; requisition necessary
tools, equipment, and supplies; and adhere to all safety programs and practices in work methods,
procedures, rules, regulations, codes, safe work habits and the potential hazards presented by the
work environment;
 Perform additional construction and maintenance tasks including concrete work, truck driving, and
a variety of installation and repair activities; maintain and update a variety of records, logs, reports,
and maps; and perform minor maintenance and installation of meters and water meter boxes;
 Perform special meter reads, checks malfunctioning meters, and investigates water pressure
complaints; notify customers of upcoming meter shut-offs for non-payment of bill; turn off and lock
water service for non-payment of bills; and respond tactfully and effectively to customer inquiries
and complaints.
August 2003 to September 2004 AFRICARE - (UNDP funded project – ABRIS)
Séguéla, Côte d’Ivoire
Head of Regional Support Committee to IDPs
 During 2002 crisis in Côte d’Ivoire, oversaw the registration process of IDPs in the northern part of
the country including Worodougou and Haut Sassandra regions.
 Provision of immediate basic needs such as water, clothes, food, shelter and emergency care to
registered IDPs. Provision of emergency agricultural inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, kits and tools.
 Provided income generating activities for women in particular to assist with integration in new
communities.
 Promoted peaceful coexistence between IDPs and host communities by involving traditional and
religious leaders and set up conflict resolution mechanisms as deemed appropriate.
October 2000 to July 2003 Lycée Moderne & Technique le Mahou, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
German and French Teacher
 Conducted one-on-one instructions to students in German and French Bilingual Baccalaureate.
 Developed a customized syllabus for adult, independent and non-traditional students to improve
student motivation and integration.
 Taught elementary and intermediate courses in the German language
 Integrated computer and multimedia-assisted instructional technology to language learning
 Planned and monitored student exchanges with partner schools in Germany
 Developed and evaluated standards & assessments and served on faculty committees
 Member of the National Board of Examiners for the German Language.

8. Education
2008-2009 Master of Arts in International Development
Institut Québécois des Hautes Études Internationales (HEI)
Université Laval, Québec, QC - CANADA
2006-2007 Master of Arts in Communication & Sustainable Development
AGITEL Formation, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
1997-2002 Bachelor of Arts in German Language & Civilization
Université Cocody d’Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Publications
“Economic and political Integration of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS):
Opportunities and Challenges, Université Laval, March 2009”
References
Available Upon Request